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12th Flying Training Wing

The 12th Flying Training Wing, headquartered at Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph, Texas, develops the next generation of Air Force aviators and enlisted aircrew by providing world-class flying training and education. The wing trains Airmen in the fundamentals of airmanship, instruction and leadership, preparing them for success in operational units across the Air Force. Through undergraduate Combat Systems Officer training, Pilot Instructor Training, Introduction to Fighter Fundamentals, Remotely Piloted Aircraft pilot indoctrination, enlisted aviator training, and other specialized programs, the 12th FTW produces skilled, adaptable, and combat-ready professionals capable of meeting the demands of today's complex operating environment while strengthening the future of American airpower.

 

 

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Laughlin declares state of emergency, initiates HPCON Charlie

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LAUGHLIN AIR FORCE BASE, Texas – As the situation regarding COVID-19 evolves and the possibility for exposure to the virus heightens, Laughlin leadership declares a Public Health Emergency in conjunction with a Health Protection Condition to Charlie, today, March 25. 

"This declaration is about our number one priority: protecting Team XL and the incredible city of Del Rio,” said Col Lee Gentile, 47th Flying Training Wing commander. “The best way to ensure we meet this focus is by adhering to the Department of Defense and Secretary of the Air Force’s guidance, as well as by working alongside our community partners.” 

Laughlin’s announcement aligns the base with national, state, and local officials while providing public health officials better mechanisms to coordinate and synchronize efforts in limiting the spread of the virus. 

The HPCON increase allows installations the opportunity to execute more preventative measures to combat the coronavirus’ spread. 

Additionally, hours after the City of Del Rio Mayor, Bruno Lozano, announced his revisions to the city’s public health emergency declaration, the city confirmed its first positive case of COVID-19. 

Military Members who display symptoms outlined by the Center for Disease Center and Prevention, have been in close contact with a person known to have COVID-19, or have recently traveled from an affected area should immediately contact the 47th Medical Group appointment line at 830-298-6333 (during normal duty hours) or the Nurse Advice Line at 1-800-874-2273. 

Laughlin Air Force Base maintains a strong commitment to a mission of building combat-ready Airmen, Leaders, and Pilots while taking aggressive measures to combat the spread of COVID- 19. For further questions, please contact Laughlin Public Affairs at 47ftwpa.tasker@us.af.mil or visit our site at https://www.laughlin.af.mil/COVID-19/. 

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Laughlin Air Force Base 

News Release 47th Flying Training Wing Public Affairs, 19th Air Force (Air Education and Training Command) 561 Liberty Drive Suite 3 | (830) 298-5854 Date: March 25, 2020 | Release Number: 03-03-20 

 

Public Affairs Information

Tours of the 12th Flying Training Wing are provided to various community organizations, high schools, businesses, and academic military recruitment programs to educate their members about the 12th FTW mission.

Due to the high volume of requests and limited public affairs resources, tours and static displays are limited.

Please submit all requests in writing to the 12th FTW Public Affairs by email to 12ftw.pa.1@us.af.mil at least three weeks but no more than six weeks in advance. You may also call 210-652-1272.

Tours are not available on weekends and may be cancelled at any time because of increased security measures or mission requirements. The 12th FTW does not host tours of Joint Base San Antonio-Randolph at-large. To schedule a tour of JBSA-Randolph, please contact JBSA-Randolph Public Affairs at 502abw.pa.official@us.af.mil or dial 210-652-4410.

If desired, requestors must arrange all meals. PA will provide contact information to base eateries. Modified tours will be granted for those with limited mobility - this must be stated on the tour request. If not stated, it is assumed that mobility is not an issue.